Maharwadi - Bhudargad, Kolhapur
Maharwadi is a village situated in the Bhudargad tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gargoti and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur. Mahalwadi serves as the Village Panchayat for Maharwadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Maharwadi is 567796. The village covers a total geographical area of 446 hectares and falls under the 416209 pincode. Murgud is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Maharwadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Radhanagari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kolhapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Maharwadi
According to the 2011 Census, Maharwadi village had a total population of 612 people, including 315 males and 297 females, living in 128 households. The sex ratio was 943 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.05%, with male literacy at 87.59% and female literacy at 63.77%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 612 | 315 | 297 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 33 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 416 | 247 | 169 |
| Illiterate Population | 196 | 68 | 128 |
Nearby Villages of Maharwadi
Maharwadi is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhativade | North-West | 1.03 km |
| Akurde | South | 1.46 km |
| Morewadi | North | 2.25 km |
| Khanapur | East | 2.92 km |
| Palewadi | West | 3.13 km |
| Mhasave | North-East | 3.15 km |
| Minache Kh. | North | 3.20 km |
| Kolavan | North-West | 3.29 km |
| Gargoti | East | 3.45 km |
| Basarewadi | North | 3.49 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Maharwadi
Maharwadi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Nandgaon Road, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Murgud to Maharwadi is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kolhapur to Maharwadi is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Maharwadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Maharwadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Maharwadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Maharwadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Maharwadi
Where is Maharwadi located?
Maharwadi village is located in Bhudargad Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Maharwadi?
The Village Panchayat of Maharwadi is Mahalwadi.
What is the pincode of Maharwadi?
The pincode of Maharwadi is 416209.
What is the population of Maharwadi?
Maharwadi had a total population of 612, including 315 males and 297 females.
How many households are there in Maharwadi?
Maharwadi had 128 households.
What is the literacy rate in Maharwadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Maharwadi was 76.05%. Male literacy was 87.59% and female literacy was 63.77%.